The Community Foundation of Dunn County is pleased to offer scholarships for women 18 years of age and older in and around Dunn County who wish to further their education. Barb Schmelzle was a dear and devoted friend to the Menomonie community. She was born in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, and went on to attend Carroll…
Read MoreThe Community Foundation of Dunn County is pleased to offer a scholarship opportunity for non-traditional students who wish to further their education. The Dr. James and Gail Haemmerle Scholarship was established at the Foundation in March 2022 to offer full tuition to economically disadvantaged non-traditional students who want to obtain an associate degree, technical diploma,…
Read MoreEAU CLAIRE — Late May signals the beginning of a busy time for celebrations and summer holidays. The American Red Cross asks donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now before calendars start to fill up. Donors of all blood types – especially those giving type O blood and donors giving platelets…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — The Dunn County Planning, Resources and Development Committee is ready to send the proposed zoning ordinance amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units to the Dunn County Board with ADUs removed from Residential-1 zoning. The PR&D Committee at the May 15 meeting approved sending the proposed ordinance to the Dunn County…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph WAUSAU — Ezra McCandless, who was convicted of the 2018 murder of Alexander Woodworth in the Town of Spring Brook, has filed a request for a new trial with the District 3 Court of Appeals. The 78-page brief was filed with the District 3 Court of Appeals May 21 and outlines…
Read MoreBy Renee Bettendorf BOYCEVILLE- At their meeting on May 15 the Boyceville School Board learned from District Administrator Nick Kaiser that planning for the various renovations which will be paid for by the recent successful referendum is underway. Right now they are looking at the bus garage, the science wing and creating secure entrances at…
Read MoreAt Monday nights City Council meeting the members filled the open seat on the City Council, and also and held the swearing in of the city’s new police officer. The city had received two letters of application for that open seat on the council. The two candidates were asked to read their letter of application…
Read MoreThe distribution of red crepe paper poppies, not only raises funds to directly assist disabled and hospitalized veterans, but poppies also bring awareness to the public about the sacrifices our service-members made for their freedom. Poppies are now available in our local businesses, as well as directly from American Legion Auxiliary members in our area.…
Read MoreIn the annals of American military history, the names Joe Nelson Winterling and Frank Eugene Winterling stand as beacons of bravery, service, and sacrifice. Born into a close-knit family in the early 20th century, the Winterling brothers’ lives were marked by a deep sense of duty and a commitment to serving their country. Joe Nelson…
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By LeAnn R. Ralph GLENWOOD CITY — Following the murder of St. Croix County Sheriff’s Deputy Kaitie Leising just outside Glenwood City on May 6, 2023, Mike’s Auto Body of Glenwood City, LLC was asked to tow one of the vehicles from the scene. Mike’s Auto Body, owned by Michael Barstad, is one of the…
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